Job Summary
The County of San Diego is currently accepting applications for the position of
Interviews will be held on September 22 and September 24, 2025. Conditional job offers will be made shortly after the interviews.
FUTURE SALARY INCREASE
** June 2026 – 4.31% increase to base pay (3.5% Across-the-Board + .81% Market Adjustment)
Do you have what it takes to safeguard critical evidence behind the scenes? APPLY NOW!
The San Diego County Sheriff's Office is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to serve as the Sheriff's Property & Evidence Manager.
This position oversees the daily operations and strategic direction of the Sheriff's Property & Evidence Unit, which plays a critical role in supporting law enforcement investigations, judicial proceedings, and public accountability. The Manager ensures compliance with legal standards, chain-of-custody protocols, and departmental policies, while fostering a culture of integrity, transparency, and operational excellence.
This position manages four specialized sections:
- Central Evidence Processing
- Warehouse Receiving
- Warehouse Disposition
- Property Investigations
This position is responsible for:
- Supervising and mentoring personnel across multiple operational areas
- Developing and implementing policies and procedures that ensure compliance, security, and accountability
- Managing resources strategically to support operational efficiency and integrity
The ideal candidate is:
- A strategic leader with a proven ability to drive performance and foster collaboration
- A skilled communicator who provides clear technical guidance and builds trust across teams
- A decisive problem-solver who applies sound judgment and embraces innovation
- Committed to ethical standards, continuous improvement, and organizational change
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Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on public safety operations in San Diego County. You’ll be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to excellence, integrity, and service.
Minimum Qualifications:
investigations or evidence custodial work preferably in a law enforcement
setting. Experience must have included the supervision of subordinate staff.
Note: One (1) year of the above-mentioned experience may be substituted by the possession of an associate's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in criminal justice or related field.
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate’s personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age, and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.
Resumes will not be accepted instead of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.
Condition of Employment:As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening before beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position.
Evaluation:
Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application questionnaire will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.
Accommodation:
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.Veteran’s Preference Policy The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego.
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The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of these is infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data-driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our Strategic Plan (sandiegocounty.gov) (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) as well as our commitment to serve everyone, to build a Framework for the Future that will create a County that works for all.
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